KLM strike update today: Schiphol Airport to face disruption on 24 September

The KLM strike in Amsterdam is set to cause major disruption at Schiphol Airport on Wednesday, 24 September 2025. Ground staff of the Dutch airline KLM will walk out between 06:00 and 12:00, forcing the cancellation of 119 flights.

This will be the third strike in just a few weeks, following earlier two- and four-hour walkouts this month.

Why are KLM staff planning to strike?

Unions FNV and CNV announced the action in protest against the collective labour agreement KLM signed with three smaller unions. They argue that the 14,000 ground workers will lose purchasing power, while pilots and cabin crew benefit from better pay and conditions.

The unions are escalating their actions: from two hours, to four, now six hours. On 1 October, another strike is planned lasting eight hours.

How the Schiphol airport strike will affect passengers

KLM has said that passengers affected by the strike will be automatically rebooked on alternative flights. However, due to limited capacity, this process may take longer than usual.

Travellers are advised to check their flight status regularly in the KLM app, My Trip, or on the KLM website.

Passenger rights during the KLM strike Amsterdam

Under EU Regulation 261/2004, passengers have specific rights if their flight is cancelled or delayed due to the Schiphol airport strike:

• Care: meals, drinks, and hotel accommodation if necessary during long delays.
• Rebooking or refund: if your flight is cancelled, the airline must offer an alternative or refund your ticket.
• Compensation: if you arrive at your destination three hours or more later, you may be entitled to fixed compensation:
  • €250 for flights up to 1,500 km
  • €400 for EU flights over 1,500 km and other flights between 1,500 and 3,500 km
  • €600 for flights over 3,500 km

This compensation is in addition to a rebooking or refund.

Claim with EUclaim

Will you be affected by the KLM strike at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on 24 September? Check your flight with EUclaim and immediately find out if you are entitled to compensation of up to €600.